SYLLABI & COURSES STRUCTURE- Go University- Ghana/Global

 

 

 

FAQ: Applying to Graduate School- Go University

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Q:What is the purpose of graduate school?

 

Undergraduate education gives students a broad, general education.

Graduate education provides students with more advanced learning in a specialized discipline or sub-discipline.

Graduate school gives an in-depth understanding such that the student becomes something of an

expert in the topic of study. A good graduate program also teaches advanced skills in such areas as problem-solving, mathematics, writing, oral presentation, and technology, each as applied to the particular field of study.

 

Q:What is the different between M.A./M.Sc. and Ph.D. programs?

 

M.A./M.S. and Ph.D. students usually take the same courses, although Ph.D. students may be required to take more courses than M.A./M.Sc. students (sometimes the opposite is true).

 

The major difference between these degrees is in the level of original thinking that is expected.

Ph.D.’s are trained to be leaders of research and research groups, conceiving and promoting new

ideas. M.A./M.Sc. students, on the other hand, are trained to participate as part of a team carrying

out advanced work. They may or may not become team leaders.

 

Q:When should I go to graduate school?

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Graduate school is appropriate at any age and stage of life. Some students go to graduate school

directly after finishing their undergraduate education. However, many others undertake graduate

studies after having been out of school for some period of time. You should go to graduate

school when you are ready to get the most out of the experience. The purpose of graduate schooling is to learn material

that you expect to use professionally or want to know for personal satisfaction.

 

Q:Where should I apply to graduate school?

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You should apply to graduate programs that offer courses of study that you are interested in and

that have faculty who are known for their expertise in your area of interest.

Always remember one thing: if you are in doubt about whether or not you are qualified for a

graduate program, apply to that program and let them make the decision about whether or not

they want you. You may not be a good judge about which graduate programs will want you as a

student and which will not want you. JUST APPLY TO US NOW AND LET US BE THE JUDGE.

 

Q:How important are my test scores and gentsrades for my graduate school application?

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Graduate applications are evaluated by the department to which you apply, and every department

evaluates graduate applications different. Include your undergraduate or advanced diploma certificates.

Mature students with higher education or specialist education with long term working experience may apply.

 

Q:What is a Curriculum Vitae (CV)?

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You must attach your CV to your application.

A CV is a summary document listing all of your professional experience and publications or

other products. You should list and briefly summarize each professional position you have had,

state all professional affiliations in professional societies (and any offices held), mention any

awards or scholarships you have received, patents acquired, and list all publications, both those

pertinent to you work as well as other published material of note. Special items such as project

reports, computer programs, conferences organized, etc., should also be mentioned. A CV

should be concise but informative about all aspects of your professional work.

 

Q:How should I write a statement of purpose?

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A statement of purpose is used by the faculty evaluating graduate applications to determine how

well an applicant will fit into their graduate program. A statement of purpose will also be used

to help match up a graduate student with interested faculty. Be as specific as possible about your

goals for graduate study and for your professional aspirations beyond graduate school. Also,

give a concise summary of any relevant work or experience in your background that has

prepared you for graduate work or has honed your professional interests.

Also, be sure your statement of purpose is well written, since it may be the only writing sample upon which your

written skills can be evaluated directly.

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Q:How important are letters of recommendation for my graduate school application?

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Letters of recommendation from faculty members who have taught you or supervised a major

piece of work (i.e., undergraduate thesis, summer research project, laboratory research assistant,

etc.) are the most valuable if they substantiate your capabilities, especially the ability to do creative work with minimal supervision. Letters from persons outside academia are less useful, since they seldom can evaluate the potential for outstanding academic performance.

 

Q:What financial aid is available for graduate school?

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Financial aid can take the form of  from government and private agencies. Government

and private loans are also available. There are many sources of graduate school funding available, and so it is to your advantage to learn about them and apply for them.

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Steps for Admission

Explore

With nearly 50 fields of study, your critical first step in the

admission process is to identify the field  in with which

you wish to study.

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Prepare

At Go University, graduate admissions decisions are made

by Graduate committee in your proposed field of study. 

Although the Graduate School coordinates the

admission process and establishes minimum requirements

for admission, application deadlines and additional

requirements vary by field of study and degree program.

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Apply

All application materials should be uploaded with your online application.  Please do not send unsolicited additional materials to your proposed field of study or the Graduate School.

Check your status

You may check the status of your application by mail. Please allow at least 7 days for your status to be updated.

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• MSc Economics and Finance

18 months duration

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Overview

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This programme provides an opportunity to combine an understanding of sophisticated economic theory with advanced finance concepts.

You’ll look at micro and macroeconomics and the methodology of econometric research, whilst acquiring a solid grounding in corporate finance and the financial economics tools commonly used in financial services, quantitative investment analysis and research.

Taught by highly qualified staff with research and consultancy expertise in economics and finance, you’ll take an open-minded approach to economic problems, studying current mainstream theoretical and applied techniques alongside a range of alternative critical perspectives.

In this post-financial-crisis era, in which some previously held conventional wisdom has come under criticism, you’ll meet the growing demand for economics that can address and resolve pressing real-world problems.

Entry requirements

A bachelor degree with a background in economics and quantitative subjects.

Documents and information you’ll need

• A copy of your degree certificate and transcript, or a partial transcript if you’re still studying

• Two academic references

• A personal statement

• An up-to-date CV

• Evidence of your English language qualifications, if English is not your language.

• A letter of sponsorship, if you are being sponsored

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• COURSE CONTENT

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• Throughout the year you’ll study a set of core modules that develop your understanding of economics and finance. As well as microeconomics, macroeconomics, econometrics and how it is applied to real-life problems, you’ll build your knowledge of international banking and finance and corporate finance as a whole.

• This knowledge base will support your specialist learning when you choose from a range of optional modules. You could explore different areas of economics such as the economics of globalisation, or concentrate on financial topics such as international business finance or financial derivatives.

• These different elements of your learning will give you in-depth knowledge of specific topics alongside your broader grounding in economics and finance. You’ll also sharpen your research skills and gain an awareness of different methodologies. All of these aspects will come together in your dissertation – an independent research project on a topic of your choice. You’ll submit this by the end of the programme in September.

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• Course structure

• These are typical modules/components studied and may change from time to time. Read more in our Terms and conditions.

• You’ll take seven compulsory modules including your dissertation, as well as three optional modules.

• Compulsory modules

• - Corporate Finance
  - International Banking and Finance
  - Macroeconomics 1
  - Microeconomics 1
  - Applied Econometrics
  - Econometrics
  - Dissertation

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• Optional modules

• - Comparative Economics
  - Corporate Governance
  - Distributional Analysis in Economic Development
  - Economics of Globalisation and the International Economy
  - Financial Derivatives
  - Global Economics Co-ordination and Governance
  - International Business Finance
  - Understanding the Global Economy: Capitalist Institutions, Growth and Crises

• More info at our modules catalogue after enrollment

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• Learning and teaching

• .We use a variety of different teaching methods such as lectures, seminars, tutorials, practicals and workshops. Optional modules may use an even wider range including group learning or computer classes. Independent study is also vital to this programme, allowing you to develop your skills and prepare for taught sessions and assessments.

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• Assessment

• You’ll also be assessed using a range of techniques including exams, group projects, written assignments and essays, in-course assessment, group and individual presentations and reports.